Saved You A Seat Podcast

The Part Nobody Posts About: Following God When the Dream Gets Hard

Saying "yes" to God's calling often feels exciting at first. We imagine the impact, growth, opportunities, and fulfillment that might come from stepping into the work He has placed on our hearts.   But what happens when reality looks different?   What happens when the dream takes longer than expected, progress feels invisible, comparison creeps in, and discouragement starts whispering that maybe you heard God wrong? In this honest conversation, the Saved You a Seat panel shares what it looks like to trust God in the messy middle between calling and fulfillment. Together, they talk about disappointment, waiting, loneliness, comparison, and God's faithfulness when the outcome doesn't look like what they imagined. If you've ever wondered whether your work matters, questioned your calling, or felt discouraged by the gap between expectation and reality, this episode is for you. Because sometimes the part nobody posts about is the very place where God is doing His deepest work. In This Conversation, We Talk About: * What happens when a dream doesn't unfold the way you expected * Navigating discouragement, disappointment, and comparison * Why waiting seasons can feel so difficult * The danger of feeling isolated in your creative calling * Learning to trust God's timing instead of forcing outcomes * How community helps us stay grounded when we're struggling * Practical ways to move forward when you're stuck in the messy middle * Fixing our eyes on Jesus when the journey feels harder than expected   Listen In To Learn More: [0:04:24] Losing a Career, Losing Yourself [0:06:43] Spotting the Slide into Discouragement [0:13:48] Trapped by Comparison and Highlight Reels [0:20:52] Trusting God in the Messy Middle   Scripture We Referenced Galatians 6:9 (NIV) "Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." Hebrews 12:1-2 (NIV) "Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith."   Connect With Us Follow along and stay connected: Instagram: @SavedYouASeatCreative [https://www.instagram.com/savedyouaseatcreative] Heather Riggleman  [https://www.instagram.com/heatherrigglemanwrites/] Racquel Lopez  [https://www.instagram.com/funfreeandflourishing/] Joni Rosebrock [https://www.instagram.com/jonirosebrock/] Cristina Slabic [https://www.instagram.com/cristinaslabic/]   Thank You to Our Sponsor Today's episode is produced and sponsored by Wildfire Creative [https://wildfirecreativecompany.com/]. At Wildfire Creative, we help creators find the clarity and confidence they need to spread their message like Wildfire. Download their FREE Podcast Launch Guide at Wildfire Creative [https://chipper-originator-8588.kit.com/f1fb670137] Don't Miss What's Next New episodes of Saved You a Seat release on the 3rd Thursday of every month. In July, we will start a 4-part series about the money beliefs we carry, where they came from, what they may be costing us, and how God’s Word brings us back to truth.

After a Year of Podcasting Together… Here’s What Really Matters

Welcome to Episode 12 of the Saved You a Seat Podcast! We’re a group of creative women who love Jesus, value authenticity, and want to talk honestly about what it looks like to follow God in the middle of everyday life. This episode marks one full year of the podcast, and we’re taking time to celebrate and reflect. Host Tammy Munson [https://www.instagram.com/tammy_munson/] is joined by Heather Thompson, Michele Wilbert, and Rose Jordan as we look back on the journey of building something together, what surprised us, what stretched us, and how God met us along the way. We revisit the heart behind why this collaboration started (if you haven’t listened yet, go back to Episode 1: You’re Not Alone: Real Talk on Calling and Collaboration [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/saved-you-a-seat-podcast/id1812569659?i=1000708550459]) and share what we’ve learned about staying at the table—even when it’s uncomfortable, stretching, or requires us to grow. This conversation is honest, reflective, and full of gratitude for the work God has done not just through the podcast, but within each of us. What We Talked About: * What one year of creative collaboration has taught us * The beauty (and challenge) of working with people who think differently * Letting go of control, ego, and the need to be “right.” * How collaboration has reshaped our understanding of community and obedience * Why growth often comes through listening, not agreement * The courage it takes to stay at the table when things feel uncomfortable Listen In To Learn More:  [0:00:04] – The Table Was Never Meant to Be Comfortable [0:03:12] – Stop Doing All the Things [0:06:30] – If You Take All the Roles, It’s Not Collaboration [0:10:24] – You Weren’t Called to Do This Alone [0:11:50] – From Project Team to Real Community   Practical Encouragement: “Maybe the table was never meant to be comfortable… maybe it was always meant to be transforming.”  Scripture Shared: * Ephesians 4:1–3 – “Lead a life worthy of your calling… Always be humble and gentle. Be patient with each other, making allowance for each other’s faults because of your love. Make every effort to keep yourselves united in the Spirit, binding yourselves together with peace.” Connect with Us: * Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube * Follow us on Instagram: @SavedYouASeatCreative * Connect with today’s guests: * Tammy Munson [https://www.instagram.com/tammy_munson/] – host, founder of Wildfire Creative * Heather Thompson [https://www.instagram.com/heatherrigglemanwrites/] – writer and encourager * Michele Wilbert [https://www.instagram.com/michelelwilbert/] – creative mentor * Rose Jordan [https://www.instagram.com/beneaththefigtree/] –  author, podcast host, and founder of Beneath The Fig Tree Next Episode: Join us next month for another grace-filled conversation as we continue exploring what it looks like to create faithfully in every season. Special Thanks: This episode was produced by and made possible through the support of Wildfire Creative [https://wildfirecreativecompany.com/]—helping creators find clarity and confidence to spread their message like wildfire.

How to Hear God's Voice (Finding Clarity in Hard Seasons) Part 2

Hard seasons have a way of making God feel quiet. In Part 2 of this conversation, Joni, Rose, and Tammy get honest about what it really looks like to follow God when life feels overwhelming, unexpected, or just plain hard. From navigating divorce to caregiving, burnout, and major life transitions, this episode dives into the moments when clarity feels out of reach and how God is still moving, even when we can’t hear Him clearly. Because sometimes He isn’t louder… He’s just already been at work. In This Conversation, We Talk About: * What to do when God feels silent in overwhelming seasons * Why forcing clarity often makes it harder to hear Him * How God prepares you before the hard season hits * The role of community when you can’t think clearly on your own * Trusting God’s faithfulness when you don’t have answers yet * What obedience looks like when you’re unsure but still moving forward * Returning to the last place you had clarity with God * Practical ways to quiet the noise and start listening again   Scripture We Referenced Psalm 119:11 (CSB) “I have treasured your word in my heart so that I may not sin against you.” Psalm 119:15–16 (CSB) “I will meditate on your precepts and think about your ways. I will delight in your statutes; I will not forget your word.”   Connect With Us Follow along and stay connected: Instagram: @SavedYouASeatCreative  [https://www.instagram.com/savedyouaseatcreative/] Joni Rosebrock [https://www.instagram.com/jonirosebrock/] Rose Jordan [https://www.instagram.com/beneaththefigtree/] Tammy Munson [https://www.instagram.com/tammy_munson/] Thank You to Our Sponsor Today’s episode is produced and sponsored by Wildfire Creative [https://wildfirecreativecompany.com/]. They help creators find clarity and confidence to share their message with purpose. Learn more: wildfirecreativecompany.com   Don’t Miss What’s Next New episodes of Saved You a Seat drop on the third Thursday of each month. If this episode encouraged you, share it with a friend who’s walking through a hard season. You never know who needs this reminder.

How to Hear God’s Voice (and Know It’s Not Just You) – Part 1

Sometimes the most important conversations can’t be wrapped up in a single episode.   In this episode of Saved You a Seat, Joni, Rose and Tammy  begin an honest and thoughtful conversation about what it really means to hear from God. Not the polished version but the real, everyday experience of trying to discern His voice in the middle of life and business.   If you’ve ever wondered, Was that God… or just me? You’re not alone.   This is Part 1 of the conversation, and we’re just getting started. Be sure to come back for Part 2 next week, where we go even deeper.   In This Conversation, We Talk About: * What “hearing God” actually looks like in real life * Why discernment can feel confusing or uncertain * The tension between faith, fear, and decision-making * Honest questions Christian creatives are asking   Connect With Us   Follow along and stay connected: Joni Rosebrock  [https://www.instagram.com/jonirosebrock] Tammy Munson  [https://www.instagram.com/tammy_munson] Rose Jordan [https://www.instagram.com/therosejordan/]   Instagram: @SavedYouASeatCreative [https://www.instagram.com/savedyouaseatcreative] Thank You to Our Sponsor   Today’s episode is produced and sponsored by Wildfire Creative [https://wildfirecreativecompany.com/].   They help creators find clarity and confidence to share their message with purpose. Learn more: wildfirecreativecompany.com [https://wildfirecreativecompany.com/] Don’t Miss What’s Next   Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss an episode.   We’ll see you NEXT WEEK for Part 2.

You Are Not Alone: How to Find A Creative Community

Creative work can feel incredibly isolating. So much of what we create happens behind the scenes—alone at a desk, late at night, or quietly wondering if anyone truly sees or understands the work God has placed on our hearts. But isolation was never God’s design. In this episode of Saved You a Seat, Racquel and the panel talk honestly about what it looks like to find and build meaningful creative community. Whether you’re longing for connection, navigating past hurts, or unsure where you belong, this conversation offers encouragement, perspective, and practical next steps. Because you were never meant to carry your calling alone. In This Conversation, We Talk About: * Seasons of feeling alone in your creative calling * Why community can feel risky (and how to move forward anyway) * What a healthy, life-giving creative community actually looks like * Biblical truth about connection, belonging, and encouragement * Simple, practical ways to begin finding or building community Scripture We Referenced Ecclesiastes 4:9–10 (NIV) “Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up.” Hebrews 10:24–25 (NIV) “And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together… but encouraging one another.” Connect With Us Follow along and stay connected: Instagram: @SavedYouASeatCreative Racquel Lopez [https://www.instagram.com/funfreeandflourishing] Tammy Munson [https://www.instagram.com/tammy_munson/] Cristina Slabic [https://www.instagram.com/cristinaslabic/] Michele Wilbert [https://www.instagram.com/michelelwilbert/] Thank You to Our Sponsor Today’s episode is produced and sponsored by Wildfire Creative. [https://www.wildfirecreativecompany.com]   Join us at Called Creatives  [https://www.calledcreatives.com/] Don’t Miss What’s Next New episodes of Saved You a Seat release on the third Thursday of each month. Make sure you’re subscribed so you never miss a conversation.